Seaweed Drink OoMee Raises New Investment
OoMee seaweed drink has secured $5 million as part of a $13 million seed round by the brand's parent company Aqua Theon.
Danone Celebrates Strong 2025 Performance, But Admits to Falling Short in U.S.
As Danone works to position itself as a global leader for the health-and-wellness movement, CEO Antoine de Saint-Affrique admitted the French conglomerate needs to “step up its game” in the U.S. market during its Q4 and full year 2025 earnings report last week.
Topo Chico Is Now ‘Unavailable,’ Possibly Until Q3
According to a letter from Coca-Cola to distributors, "challenges in the source wells, including quality issues related to the source’s geology" have hampered production over the past two months.
Coke Expands Mr. Pibb, Adds New Flavors
After teasing the return of Mr. Pibb last year, The Coca-Cola Company is now expanding the soda brand nationwide and adding a pair of new flavors in certain regions.
Dora’s Naturals Adds Philly Distribution
New York-based powerhouse distributor Dora’s Naturals is expanding south to Philadelphia, the company’s first push outside the tri-state area.
Taste Radio: Expo West Is Pricey. Here’s How To Make It Pay Off.
The real ROI of Expo West starts long before the show floor opens. In this episode, the team breaks down best practices for exhibitors looking to maximize your time and resources at one of the most competitive trade shows in the world.
New York Liquor Stores Could Get Cannabis Drinks Under New Bill
New York may allow licensed alcohol retailers to sell THC-infused drinks if a new measure introduced in the State Legislature earlier this week gains passage.
New Products: Sparkling Sips from Topo Chico, Sanpellergino
This week’s new products gallery features a pair of line extensions from two of the biggest names in sparkling water, plus a first look at a flood of 2026 releases from Keurig Dr Pepper.
North Dakota Retailers Sue PepsiCo, Walmart in Price Fixing Fallout
PepsiCo and Walmart are facing another lawsuit over alleged price fixing as two North Dakota retailers are suing the companies following the unsealing of documents from a dismissed Federal Trade Commission (FTC) lawsuit last year.
Non-Alc Spirit Kava Haven Targets Mainstream Drinking Rituals
As functional drink brands look for a foothold in the booming alcohol alternatives space, one kava company is trying something new.
Halfday Hit with Class Action Over Gut Health Claims
Functional iced tea brand Halfday Tonics has been hit with a proposed class action lawsuit, taking aim at the brand’s stated “prebiotic benefits” despite containing just 6 grams of fiber per 12 oz. can – which the complaint claims is not nearly enough for consumers to feel any effect.
Review: Flying Ostrich’s Bubbly Hydration Is Cleared For Liftoff
Living somewhere between a sports drink and a soda, Flying Ostrich is a line of sparkling electrolyte beverages in 12 ounce cans that is positioned as an everyday hydration option.
NIQ: Spirits, Wine Cocktails Buck C-Store Declines
The convenience channel is facing headwinds, but alcohol is bucking the trend – and spirits in particular are punching above their weight, according to a new report from market research firm NIQ.
2026 Functional Food & Beverage Predictions: Exclusive Spate Q1 2026 Report
In 2026 Functional Food & Beverage Predictions, Spate maps the trends set to shape the year ahead using billions of search signals and social data, revealing where wellness demand is accelerating fastest and which formats are evolving from niche to mainstream.